St. Bridget College Aba Latest Job Vacancies, March 2013

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St. Bridget College is one of Nigeria's leading secondary schools, located in Aba, we provide world-class education to students in a well-managed boarding setting. Our award-winning institution provides Christian-centered education with a strong focus on science and technical education.
As we enter our third decade, we are looking for outstanding leaders to shepherd the next generation of St. Bridget's students into adulthood.


Job Position: School Pricipal
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Negotiable, based on suitable candidate's needs but no later than September 2013.
Background:
We have been fortunate to have staff who have been with our school for a very long time, many from the inception of the school. However, due to personal (and positive!) reasons, we need to recruit replacement for our top leadership. To that end, we need a principal for St. Bridget’s College. The role of a principal is diverse and challenging. The principal is the chief administrative officer, the chief academic officer, and the trusted caretaker of the students. We are looking for someone with the motivation, experience and expertise to lead our organization. The attributes we are looking for are outlined below.

Principal Function:
The principal is expected to plan, direct, coordinate, evaluate, manage and improve the academic, administrative, residential and institutional affairs of the school. In other words, the principal is responsible for all aspects of the school’s operation while working in close concert with colleagues and the Board.

Basic Attributes:
This position calls for a combination of several skills:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in education, educational planning, instructional technology, or in educational management, preferably at the secondary school level.
• Contagious enthusiasm for the education and development of young minds.
• Outstanding speaking, writing and motivational skills so as to set a good example for the students.
• Striking personal presence and compelling comportment that inspires confidence in colleagues and students.
• Attention to detail necessary for an effective manager of teachers, staff and support personnel in a high-achieving educational environment.
• An amiable and congenial personality, necessary to develop rapport with, and confidence in, parents and students alike.
• Unimpeachable character and integrity, formed on a bedrock of personal discipline.
• An affable personality that can handle the demands of a demanding and evolving position.
• Ability to develop and implement new and innovative methods and techniques that foster learning and creativity in our children.
• A palpable desire to develop a long relationship with our institution.

Core Tasks: In a single word: Lead!

• Enforce discipline, establish academic standards and maintain high expectations of students and staff alike.
• Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies, and student behavioral or learning problems.
• Observe teaching methods and examine learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques, and to determine areas where improvement is needed.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and maintain curriculum standards, develop mission statements, and set performance goals and objectives.
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate primary and supplemental staff.
• Evaluate curricula, teaching methods, and programs to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and utilization, and to ensure that school activities comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Counsel and provide guidance to students regarding personal, academic, vocational, or behavioral issues.
• Establish, coordinate, and oversee particular programs that elevate student performance and enhance the competitiveness of the school.
• Set educational standards and goals, and help establish policies and procedures to carry them out.
• Plan and lead professional development activities for teachers, administrators, and support staff.

Educational Requirement:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree (preferably a Master’s Degree or higher).

Work Style:

• Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Stress Tolerance - Job requires dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Self Control - Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a natured, cooperative attitude.
• Leadership - Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
• Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
• Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Technology Skills:

• Calculators or accessories - 10-key calculators
• Desktop computers (Microsoft Office, especially Word & PowerPoint)
• Personal computers with use of videoconferencing and remote collaboration tools (e.g. Skype or similar)
• Electronic mail software - Email software; Microsoft Outlook
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel

Job Position: Director of Institutional Relations
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Negotiable, based on suitable candidate’s needs but no later than July 2nd, 2013.

Background:
St. Bridget’s has relationships with domestic and international institutions. We also have an ever-expanding alumni population that is seeking to forge closer ties with the school and students. We are looking to hire a Director of Institutional Relations who will oversee our relationship with our alumni, other schools, agencies, institutions and organizations that help enhance the competitiveness of the school.

Key Function
This position involves the expansion and management of relationships with partners, associates and affiliates of the school, as well as the general public. The incoming Director is expected to develop new relationships with partner organizations and agencies; expand and strengthen alumni relations; manage the communications and outreach effort by the school; measure and enhance the competitiveness of the school relative to its peers and competitors; and overall, strengthen the visibility and appeal of the school.

Core Tasks:

• Dramatically expand alumni engagement on an ongoing basis with the school.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with academic institutions, non-profit agencies, government officials, and media representatives and use these relationships to develop new opportunities for the school.
• Actively engage in the admission and recruiting process to ensure that the school attracts the best students to its rolls. 
• Develop and deliver new initiatives that elevate the profile of the school and reinforce its position as one of Nigeria’s premier schools.
• Develop an effective media presence including in the press and online.
• Develop a comprehensive communications strategy that conveys the school’s unique mission to the general public.
• Assign, supervise and review the activities of public-facing staff.
• Develop and maintain the school's corporate image and identity.
• Develop and manage community development initiatives.
• Respond to requests for information about the school’s activities or status.
• Manage communications budgets and direct activities of external agencies, establishments and departments that may impact the overall visibility and profile of the school.

Educational Requirement:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree with at least 7 years' experience in a public relations, corporate affairs, institutional development, community development, non-profit management, business development, corporate marketing or similar position.

Technology Skills:

• Calculators or accessories - 10-key calculators
• Desktop computers (Microsoft Office, especially Word & PowerPoint)
• Personal computers with use of videoconferencing and remote collaboration tools (e.g. Skype, ooVoo, or similar)
• Tablet devices (Android/iOS/)
• Electronic mail software - Email software; Microsoft Outlook
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel

Job Position: Director of Instructional Technology
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Negotiable, based on suitable candidate’s needs but no later than July 2nd, 2013.
Background:
St. Bridget’s is leading the nation in adopting digital technology in the classroom. We are looking for a Director of Instructional Technology to lead our deployment of digital learning tools in the classroom and to assist our partner schools in adopting our learning technologies.

Key Function:
This position involves the expansion of digital learning tools (such as tablet devices, desktop computers, e-book readers, e-book servers, managed learning tools and other technologies) that facilitate learning. The ideal candidate will oversee the acquisition and distribution of digital content that helps students learn better using modern tools. The Director will also be responsible for the measurement and improvement of the digital learning experience for St. Bridget’s and other partner schools.

Core Tasks:

• Acquire the rights from authors to re-publish their books in digital format AND to ensure oversee the legal and authorized distribution of that content.
• Use computers to organize and identify inventory, and operate spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Secure original content (preferably in digital format) from copyright owners.
• Negotiate terms for content acquisition & manage the content acquisition process.
• Oversee support staff involved in the acquisition and distribution process.
• Form and oversee the outreach team to attract new authors as a channel for securing new and relevant content.
• Develop metrics for evaluating the most effective methods for introduction and dissemination of the digital and conventional instructional technologies.
• Obtain, analyze, evaluate and respond to performance data relating to user needs and preferences.
• Monitor and analyze records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate buying patterns and determine future needs.
• Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products.
• Conduct meetings and training events with personnel to introduce new content.

Educational Requirement:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree with at least 5 years experience in a business development, publishing (print or digital), instructional technology, or managerial position. Familiarity with the needs of students and educational institutions is required.

Technology Skills:

• Calculators or accessories - 10-key calculators
• Desktop computers (Microsoft Office, especially Word & PowerPoint)
• Personal computers with use of videoconferencing and remote collaboration tools (e.g. Skype, ooVoo, or similar)
• Tablet devices (Android/iOS/)
• Electronic mail software - Email software; Microsoft Outlook
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel.

Job Position: Digital Technology Specialist
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications.
Start Date: Negotiable, based on suitable candidate’s needs but no later than July 2nd, 2013.
Background:
St. Bridget's is leading the nation in adopting digital technology in the classroom. We are looking for a Digital Technology Specialist to assist us with the testing and deployment of digital learning tools in the classroom.

Key Function:
This position involves the testing, deployment and maintenance of digital learning tools such as tablet devices, desktop computers, e-book readers, e-book servers, managed learning tools and other technologies that facilitate learning. The ideal candidate will be able to deploy back-office technology support tools as well as provide training and coaching support for students and teachers as they adopt and adapt to the new technologies.

Core Tasks:

• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt it to new hardware, or to upgrade interfaces and improve performance.
• Advise students and teachers about or perform maintenance of software system.
• Analyze information to determine, recommend, and plan installation of a new system or modification of an existing system.
• Consult with engineering staff to evaluate interface between hardware and software, develop specifications and performance requirements, or resolve customer problems.
• Direct software programming and development of documentation.
• Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements.
• Confer with clients and project managers to obtain information on limitations or capabilities for digital learning projects. 
• Consult with customers or other departments on project status, proposals, or technical issues, such as software system design or maintenance.
• Coordinate installation of software system.
• Prepare reports or correspondence concerning project specifications, activities, or status.

Educational Requirement:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (preferably a Master’s Degree) with demonstrated ability in information technology deployment & maintenance and/or applications development.
Technology Skills:

• Desktop computers (Microsoft Office, especially Word & PowerPoint).
• Personal computers with use of videoconferencing and remote collaboration tools (e.g. Skype, ooVoo or similar)
• Comfort with handheld device operating systems (Android/iOS)
• Electronic mail software - Email software; Microsoft Outlook
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel
• Networking in a mixed network environment
• Server deployment and maintenance (familiarity with Linux servers would be advantageous)
• Maintenance of web site
• Familiarity with php or other scripting tools.

Job Position: Guidance Counselor
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than September 10th, 2013.
Background
St. Bridget’s is committed to the holistic development of our students. While we deliver a comprehensive academic program, we recognize that students need confidential and personal space to explore their concerns and address their questions as they develop into young adults. A guidance counselor is critical in addressing this need. We are looking to hire a Guidance Counselor to work directly with our students and to help them develop to their fullest potential.

Core Tasks:

• Counsel students to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational development.
• Provide crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur at schools.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to discuss children's progress, resolve behavioral, academic, and other problems, and to determine priorities for students and their resource needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, government policies, and administrative regulations.
• Prepare students for later educational experiences by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Evaluate students' or individuals' abilities, interests, and personality characteristics using tests, records, interviews, or professional sources.
• Identify cases of personal or family problems and encourage students to seek appropriate assistance from professionals. 
• Counsel students regarding educational issues, such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration, school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and career planning.
• Provide special services and training that teach students to handle conflicts peacably.
• Conduct follow-up interviews with counselees to ensure their needs have been met.

Required Skills:

• Active Listening  -  Giving full attention to what other students are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking  -  Talking to students to convey information effectively.
• Reading Comprehension  -  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Social Perceptiveness  -  Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Critical Thinking  -  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. 
• Writing  -  Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Judgment and Decision Making  -  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Active Learning  -  Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Complex Problem Solving  -  Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Service Orientation  -  Actively looking for ways to help people.

Educational Requirement:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree (preferably a Master's degree) in guidance counseling, psychology, sociology, social work, counseling or similar area, with at least 4 years experience. A Master's degree would be a distinct advantage in this position.

Job Position: Basic Technology Teacher
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than September 10th, 2013.
Background:
We provide our students with a solid training in basic technology, including building, mechanical, agricultural, civil, chemical and manufacturing technologies. We are expanding our practical and laboratory facilities. To that end, we are looking for a basic technology teacher to join our staff of math and technology teachers.

Core Tasks:

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
• Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, the natural sciences and basic technology.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

Required Skills:

• Training and Teaching Students - Identifying the educational needs of students, developing formal educational content as well as demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the students.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources INCLUDING RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE CHOSEN FIELD OF STUDY.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. 
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of students, and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping them to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues, and maintaining them over time.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Educational Requirement:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree (preferably a Master’s degree) in the physical sciences, biological sciences, engineering sciences, mathematical sciences, or life sciences. Hands-on experience with any of the technical crafts (woodwork, metalwork, carpentry, etc.) would be a distinct advantage.
Job Position: Geography & Earth Sciences Teacher
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than September 10th, 2013.
Background:
Many of the recent developments in society are based on rapid advancements in geography, earth sciences and geospatial imagery. We are looking for a geography teacher to join our geography department to augment our current staff of geography teachers. 
Core Tasks:

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
• Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as geography, earth sciences, and related fields of study.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. 
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

Required Skills:

• Training and Teaching Students -  Identifying the educational needs of students, developing formal educational content as well as demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the students.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work -  Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Getting Information -  Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources INCLUDING RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE CHOSEN FIELD OF STUDY.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -  Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Coaching and Developing Others -  Identifying the developmental needs of students, and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping them to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships -  Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues, and maintaining them over time.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge -  Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. 
• Documenting/Recording Information -  Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Thinking Creatively -  Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -  Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Educational Requirement:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree (preferably a Master’s degree) in the geography, geology, earth sciences, soil sciences, or related areas
 Job Position: Accounting Specialist
Location: Aba, Abia State
Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications.
Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than September 10th, 2013.
Background:
We are looking for an accounting specialist to assist with the maintenance of financial records. This position includes a range of tasks including routine calculation, posting, and verification duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. The Accounting Specialist may also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to transactions recorded by other workers.
Core Tasks:

• Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers. 
• Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
• Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.
• Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers. 
• Comply with federal, state, and school policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Compile statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses.
• Code documents according to school procedures.
• Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records.

Educational Requirement:

• Minimum of a diploma (preferably a Bachelor’s degree) in accounting with at least four years of experience.

How to Apply
To apply, send a cover letter AND a resume (curriculum vitae) to the email address: [email protected] In addition to the above, the email MUST include the following:

1. A functioning email address, mobile telephone number and contact information.
2. A discussion of WHY you believe this is a good fit for you.
3. A discussion of your experiences managing schools (or educational institutions) and how you think this will fit into St. Bridget’s. if you have experience outside of education which you believe can be beneficial, kindly discuss them.
4. Your long term career goals and how you think this job at St. Bridget’s will help you realize these personal career goals.

Application Deadline April 2nd, 2013 

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